The CDU chairman Friedrich Merz has criticized the “social tourism” of Ukrainian refugees. In an interview with “Bild TV” he complained: “We are now experiencing social tourism from these refugees – to Germany, back to Ukraine, to Germany, back to Ukraine.” A larger number of those seeking protection would “take advantage of this system.” The opposition leader pointed out that his party had already pointed out this problem in the spring. However, the traffic light coalition would have “played deaf”.
Instead, the traffic light is now advertising that “anyone who wants to can come to Germany”. According to Merz, however, the number of migrants must be limited. “That triggers tensions that we would like to save ourselves in this situation,” said the CDU leader.
Instead, the traffic light is now advertising that “anyone who wants to can come to Germany”. According to Merz, however, the number of migrants must be limited. “That triggers tensions that we would like to save ourselves in this situation,” said the CDU leader.
At the same time, with a view to the electoral victory of the legal alliance in Italy, Merz warned of what citizens who are dissatisfied with the government are capable of. Right-wing parties would also become stronger in Germany – not only in the East, but also in the West. In Lower Saxony, the AfD is even slowly reaching double-digit values. “That should be a warning sign,” said the CDU leader.
Merz also counted Chancellor Olaf Scholz (SPD) for his low presence and willingness to provide information. “Where is he actually, does he have an opinion?” asked the opposition leader. The chancellor could also speak out if he was suffering from corona. In addition, Scholz does not succeed in keeping the government and the population together. “This is a government crisis,” said Merz.
